Omar Colom

Omar Colom

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Omar Colom, AV Educator / Content Creator / Video Engineer / Author / PM

  • Education

    • Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale

      2012 - 2014
      Associate's degree Cinematography and Film/Video Production B

      Activities and Societies: 17th Street Film Festival, Fashion Show's, & The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale Veterans Club Studied Film and Digital Production

    • Warrior Leader Course

      2008 - 2008
      Military Certification NCO

      Commandants List, Distinguished Honor Graduate, Leadership Award

    • Professional Fitness Institute

      2007 - 2008
      Certificate Kinesiology and Exercise Science

      Activities and Societies: N/A

    • ATI Technical Training Center

      2006 - 2008
      Technical Degree Personal Training

      Personal Training, Complete understanding of the human body.

  • Experience

    • US Army

      Jan 2006 - Dec 2011
      Sniper Team Leader

      40+ Hrs per WeekSupervisor: Request Only C: Request Only Salary: $40,000/ yearlymay be contacted by request.Responsibility and Duties over a 6 year period. - Intelligence (OPSEC) for Alpha Co.(Operation Iraq Freedom & Operations Red Dawn) - Night Operation NCO (Non-Commissioned Officer) supervised 4 employees, assigned rotating schedules and trained each on proper reports processors and communicate for tacking of all 12 CETs (Convoy Escort Team - 144 solider) in real time while on missions from all over Iraq & Kuwait.-Informal counseling advice, and formal counseling - TC (Troop Commander) to and from Kuwait and Iraq. - Ammo retrieval, Count and disperse to CET teams (12 soldiers per convo escort team) - Lead Radio Operator, Mission Recorder. -(Pre-Deployment duties) - improved PT scores of all Failures // Giving classes to soldiers to keep them abreast on basic Infantry knowledge. - Aiding in AT (Anual Training) for second and first battalion of the Florida Guard. - PMCS of vehicles, informal and formal training others on proper completion of PMCS.- Recruitment & Retention for the Florida National Guard Show less

    • MEDIA STAGE

      Jan 2010 - Mar 2015
      Video Engineer

      Supervisor: Michael Alers, Salary: N/AMay be contacted (By Request); Essential Duties:Review orders for accuracyPull equipment and scan barcodes to each orderQC all gear (Quality Check)Communicate shortagesOperate Video Equipment on show siteExperienced with:Video equipment (cameras, projectors, switchers, etc...), basic AV equipment (powered speakers, wireless mics, screens, projectors, etc.)

    • Projection and Video LLC

      Jun 2013 - now
      Freelance

      Portfolio of Work: https://www.instagram.com/mr.colom_o/Freelance Video Engineer/Projectionist/Media Server/GFX ___Experienced/Extensive Training________ -Switcher/Mixer/Media Server: ­ Folsom Image Pro SD & HD, Barco Screen Pro 2, FOR-A (HVS-XT100), Panasonic AV-HS450N, BlackMagic ATEM, Ascender 32/48 & Vertige, Analog Way Pulse 1&2, Barco E2 experience, Barco PDS 701-901-902. -­Camera Operator :Song XDCAM 1500, Sony DXC-­D30 & D35WX, Sony HXC­100 & HSC-100R (some Panasonic) -­Camera Shadier (CCU)Sony RCP­1500, Sony RCP­TX7 (some Panasonic)-AJA ­KI Pro Operator & SoundCloud Pix270 (records)­ -Projectionist: ­Barco: RLM­12, R12, W8, R10, FLM­20K, FLEX 20, Eiki, 5k, 10k, 12k LC­XG400, XG100, Christie Boxer 4k30 & Panasonic Laser Projectors Software:Barco Projector Toolset // Barco Communicator//­Playback Pro Op //ProPresenter6//Powerpoint(Graphics Op)//Geometry manager//Mitti -Miscellaneous:Forklift Operator, Computers // PowerPoint (PC) - Keynote (MAC),VOG (Voice of God) Show less

    • Advanced Staging Productions

      Aug 2014 - Aug 2014
      Sony Training for RCP-150

      Sony & the RSN network offered up a class for training with the Sony HXC-100 and RCP-150 (paint box), In-depth broke down of the RCP-150 menu structure, function, operation, and hands on use of each item, for real world application.

    • Evolve Media Group, LLC

      Jan 2015 - Aug 2015

      LEVEL 1: Training, Covers the fundamentals of video projection. Using the Barco RLM-W12 learned color matching, lens selection, stacking, flying and converging projectors.LEVEL 2: A two day class covering advanced techniques of projection, blending and warping. Barco HDX series projectors used for extensive hands on training. Barco Synergix for blending and Barco’s latest warping technology. Training, Covers the fundamentals of camera operation for studio and ballroom use. The course covered proper installation of sports lenses and proper balancing of cameras. Also learn how to follow speakers and take commands from directors in a live show environment.

      • Barco Level 1 & 2 Training

        Jul 2014 - Aug 2015
      • CAMERA OPERATOR BASICS

        Jan 2015 - Jan 2015
    • Southern Audio Visual

      Aug 2015 - Feb 2017
      Audio Visual Project Manager

      Fontainebleau Miami Beach - Luxury ResortRanking number 9 on Cvent's top 100 Meeting Hotels in the US, Fontainebleau Miami Beach offers over 100,000 square feet of total meeting space. - Ensure Adherence to Quality and Standards.- Attend pre-planning and Sales site visits for high end technical productions and other events.-Analyses quotes, flow sheets and shift reports to determine workload for self and others.- Creatively utilize current inventories to eliminate sub-rentals- Act as a Liason between Operations and sales teams- Contribute to organizational and service developments- Team Mentor and Coach technicians, help define and set goals for career next steps.- Assist to identify potentials candidates for specialist and technical opportunities- Maintain professional awareness of national and international trends in A/V services and new Technology development.- Create Diagrams as needed- Communicate with team members needed for specialty equipment and power needs - Report accident, injuries, and unsafe work conditions. Show less

    • Our Family Dinner

      Dec 2015 - Dec 2016
      Venue Relationships Management & Logistics

      Our Family Dinner is a community-based tradition that hosts young adults over family style dinners to build community in major cities all over the world. (Volunteer Work, Non-Profit)

    • [ AV Educate ]

      Feb 2018 - now
      Founder

      AV Educate! is a community of like-minded AV Freelancers who are looking for ways to continue there education and growth within their respective fields. We have opened this up to the community so that other members can contribute to the pool of knowledge and offer training and other services that may be available throughout the US and Internationally. for the veterans in the industry, we have a responsibility to teach and educate the ones that don't have the knowledge we do." that's why this group is about building a Growth Mindset, by Building a Community of Growth minded people around you. follow us https://linktr.ee/AVEducate Show less

    • AFPC.Inc

      Apr 2019 - May 2020
      Director Of Show Services

      Work Directly under the COO and CEO of AFPC Inc to organize and maintain operations both in the office and on job site, including working directly with the sales team on quotes to meet clients needs. We also managed internal staff including myself to work in lead AVL positions when scheduling aloud.

    • Evolve Technology

      Oct 2021 - Jun 2024
      National Director Of Education
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • 2016 HDBaseT Expert Certificate

      HDBaseT Alliance
      Sept 2016
      View certificate certificate
    • Concealed Weapons Permit & Pistol Safety Course

      Weston Arms US, Inc
      Nov 2010
    • Leadership Essentials: Motivating Employees

      US Army
      Jan 2010
    • Being an Affective Team Member

      US Army
      Jan 2010
    • Information Assurance Security Officer Certification Course

      DoD Cyber Crime Center
      Jan 2010
    • Essentials of AV Technology

      InfoComm International
      Oct 2016
      View certificate certificate
    • Dynamics of Leadership

      US Army
      Jan 2010
    • InfoComm -Recognized AV Technologist

      InfoComm International
      Oct 2016
      View certificate certificate
    • Leadership Essential: Communicating Vision

      U.S. Army TACOM LCMC
      Aug 2010
    • Aggressive Driver/Driver Behavior Modification Course

      CSA Ltd.
      Jan 2010
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Omar Colom
      Technical Expertise International Thespian Society May 2006 Certificate of Recognition from the International Thespian Society
    • Awarded to Omar Colom
      Service Medal's U.S Army National Defense Service Medal//Global War on Terrorism Service Medal//Iraq Campaign//Medal W// Campaign Star// Non Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon//Army Service Ribbon// Armed Forces Reserve Medal W// M Device// The Army Achievement Medal (2X)//Presidential Medal// German Army Force Proficiency Badge, Gold (2X)
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Photographer

      Issued by Our Family Dinner on Mar 2014
      Our Family DinnerAssociated with Omar Colom
    • Camera Operator.

      Issued by Behavior Links on Feb 2013
      Behavior LinksAssociated with Omar Colom
    • Member

      Issued by Society of Motion Picture & Television Engineers (SMPTE) on Apr 2014
      Society of Motion Picture & Television Engineers (SMPTE)Associated with Omar Colom
    • Live Events Council

      Issued by InfoComm International on Jan 2016
      InfoComm InternationalAssociated with Omar Colom